Supplier News

Middleby Completes Spinoff of Food Processing Business

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Now known as Midera Food Processing, the spinoff company provides food processing equipment and automation solutions for industrial protein, bakery and snack producers, delivering total line solutions from preparation and thermal processing through packaging.

Fortifi Food Processing Solutions Completes Acquisition of Deighton Manufacturing

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:54:00 -0400

The Deighton acquisition includes production capabilities in the protein, fish, dairy and bakery sectors for a range of food processing customers, with strong geographic coverage across the UK and Europe, and growth markets in Latin America, India and Southeast Asia.

Eriez Names Dan Zimmerman as U.S. General Manager

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

In this role, Zimmerman is responsible for leading the company’s U.S.-based business, including overall performance, commercial and financial execution, manufacturing, and supply chain management.

Formic Opens New HQ in Illinois

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:09:00 -0400

The move comes as Formic surpasses 650,000 production hours across its robotic fleet.

Salas O’Brien Expands Partnership with Siemens

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:32:00 -0400

Through the alliance, Salas O'Brien and Siemens are collaborating to advance intelligent, energy-efficient and resilient buildings and campuses across the built environment.

E Tech Group: Manufacturers Demand IT/OT Assessments

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:59:00 -0400

Over the past year, E Tech Group says it has experienced 400% growth in IT/OT assessment and remediation work as manufacturers increasingly evaluate whether existing manufacturing infrastructure can accommodate modernization, digital transformation and AI initiatives.

ONDEX Automation Acquires The Fitch Company

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The acquisition strengthens ONDEX's process automation capabilities, adding DCS and PLC programming, OT/IT networking, electrical design, instrumentation, panel fabrication and plant-wide control system expertise.

ABF Ingredients to Expand in Wisconsin

Fri, 15 May 2026 09:54:00 -0400

The project includes an initial investment of over $65 million to construct a new Ohly facility, which will employ nearly 30 team members.

Symrise Opens Food Studio in Northwest Arkansas

Fri, 15 May 2026 08:54:00 -0400

Designed to complement Symrise’s existing capabilities, the space enables more agile, hands-on collaboration and rapid prototyping in an immersive environment.

IFF Opens Vanilla Innovation Center in Madagascar

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:35:00 -0400

Located in Toamasina — near vanilla growing areas and post-harvest processing activities — the 650-square-meter center brings together lab analysis, extraction, flavor creation and application development in a single site.

PMMI to Partner with interpack on NA Pavilion for 2029 Event

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:12:00 -0400

The agreement is designed to expand international engagement, strengthen connections between Europe and North America, and create new opportunities for companies across both markets.

Cargill and Voyage Foods Bring NextCoa Cocoa Alternatives to North America

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:50:00 -0400

NextCoa confectionery alternatives to chocolate are crafted from plant-based ingredients like grape seeds.

Fortifi to Acquire Deighton Manufacturing Ltd

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:14:00 -0400

Deighton produces continuous and batch processing equipment for a variety of consumer products, including nuggets, burgers, appetizers, vegetables, cookies and international foods.

FoodSafe Drains Introduces Envision Platform for F&B Construction Projects

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:12:00 -0400

Envision aims to streamline the complexities of new food and beverage facility construction by offering both standardized, in-stock drainage solutions and custom-designed products.

Duravant Rebrands Matthews Automation Solutions as Pyramid

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:16:00 -0400

Duravant says the transition to the Pyramid name will strengthen how the organization works with customers, integrators and partners.

Urschel to Offer KRONEN Processing Equipment in Italy, Asia

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500

KRONEN food processing solutions include washers, dicers, slicers, dryers and conveyors backed by Urschel.

Fortifi Completes Acquisition of Provisur Technologies

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:48:00 -0500

The Provisur acquisition extends Fortifi’s downstream processing capabilities with advanced solutions to grind, form, slice and tumble protein.

ProMach Acquires Water Immersion Retort Supplier DFT Technology

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:04:00 -0500

DFT has a broad portfolio of sterilization solutions and serves sectors of the food industry including seafood, ready-to-eat and infant food, meats, soups, dairy and pet food.

Duravant CEO Mike Kachmer to Retire

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:33:00 -0500

Jill Evanko, previously president and CEO of Chart Industries, Inc., will take over the role of Duravant’s CEO in January 2026.

IFS and Boston Dynamics Collaborate to Enhance Field Operations

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0500

IFS, provider of industrial AI software, and Boston Dynamics, a leader in mobile robotics, are collaborating to transform how asset-intensive organizations manage and optimize their field operations.

Duravant to Acquire Matthews Automation Solutions

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:44:00 -0500

Matthews Automation Solutions delivers warehouse execution system (WES) and warehouse control system (WCS) software, controls and integration services.

Chang Robotics, OTTO by Rockwell Automation Collaborate to Advance Automation in Manufacturing

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:21:00 -0500

This collaboration combines Chang Robotics’ expertise in deploying large-scale, complex robotic systems with OTTO’s AMR technology to deliver integrated solutions that enhance productivity, flexibility and efficiency.

FPSA: OEMs Identify Gaps in Leadership Skills, Career Pathway Communication

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:43:00 -0500

The research involved surveying food equipment manufacturing companies to identify pressing workforce challenges and document solutions for attracting, training and retaining skilled talent.

Rockwell Automation Begins AMR Production in Wisconsin

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:15:00 -0500

The new, 25,000-sq.-ft. OTTO production space at the Milwaukee campus is now assembling the OTTO 600 and OTTO 1200 autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).

CPM|Crown Introduces Monarc Clean Oilseed Processing

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Monarc Clean Oilseed Processing gives producers the choice to work with alcohol-based solvents, such as ethanol, rather than petroleum derivatives, such as hexane.

Urschel Expands Portfolio with KRONEN Systems

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:06:00 -0400

Through a strategic investment, Urschel now holds a stake in KRONEN GmbH, German developer and manufacturer of food processing solutions.

Doughlicious Receives Funding from Rich Products Ventures and The Angel Group

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400

This fundraising marks a pivotal moment for Doughlicious as it accelerates its expansion across the U.S. and international markets.

Horizon Organic Dairy LLC Changes Name to Horizon Family Brands

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The intention is for Horizon Family Brands to grow through innovation and acquisition opportunities.

Fortifi Acquires Crustacean Processing Equipment Supplier Area 52

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 09:16:00 -0400

Area 52 offers a portfolio of proprietary and patented equipment and technology for automated washing, netting, scoring/cutting, and butchering.

ProMach Acquires DJS Systems

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Based in Homer, Mich., DJS and its more than 70 employees will join ProMach’s secondary packaging business unit, which is led by group president Hutch Coburn.